Married man dies after hotel sex with lover in China; woman fined Rs 7.5 lakh

A Chinese court has ordered a woman, Zhuang, to compensate the family of her deceased married lover, Zhou, with 62,000 Yuan. Zhou died of a heart attack after a hotel encounter. The court found Zhuang secondarily responsible for not seeking immediate help and for violating public order by having an affair, while the hotel was absolved of any fault.

ED busts Rs 130 crore illegal call centre scam; seizes 8 luxury cars

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has uncovered a massive scam orchestrated by young individuals operating illegal call centers, defrauding US citizens of over $15 million. Arjun Gulati, Divyansh Goel, and Abhinav Kalra are identified as key individuals running the scam.

ODI World Cup 2027: SA to host 44 matches, Zimbabwe & Namibia 10; CSA confirms 8 venues

Cricket South Africa (CSA) has revealed plans for the 2027 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, featuring 44 matches across eight South African cities, with Zimbabwe and Namibia hosting 10 matches. Former minister Trevor Manuel leads the Local Organising Committee, aiming for a unifying event.

Lamar Jackson vs Commanders: Injury update on Ravens’ star; will he play today?

Baltimore Ravens fans received positive news as coach John Harbaugh confirmed that Lamar Jackson is fine after a foot injury scare during practice. An X-ray revealed no significant damage, and Jackson is expected to be ready for Week 1. Cooper Rush is set to start the preseason finale against the Commanders, as Jackson was already slated to sit out.

Canada to accept TOEFL Essentials for permanent residency applicants

Foreign nationals applying for Canadian permanent residency will soon be able to use the TOEFL Essentials test to demonstrate English proficiency. Recognized by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), the test complements existing options like CELPIP, IELTS, and PTE Core. Designed to assess real-life communication skills, TOEFL Essentials offers faster results and greater flexibility for economic immigration applicants.

Cong MLA arrested after massive hoard of cash recovered; gold worth Rs 6 cr seized

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprehended Karnataka Congress MLA KC Veerendra in Gangtok for allegedly leasing land for a casino. This arrest followed raids on 30 of his properties, uncovering Rs 12 crore in cash, including foreign currency, gold jewellery valued at Rs 6 crore, and 10 kgs of silver. The ED also froze 17 bank accounts and seized property documents.

White House backs DUI deportation bill: Green card and visa holders at risk; immigrants on edge

A proposed law in the US may change immigration rules. It could lead to deportation for green card holders with past DUI offenses. Even a single DUI conviction could create problems. This affects visa applications and reentry after foreign travel. Immigration lawyers advise green card holders to apply for citizenship now.

India suspends US-bound postal services; effective Aug 25 - Know what’s exempted

BBA student mauled by stray dogs in Kanpur; cheek torn, receives 17 stitches

In Kanpur, a 21-year-old BBA student, Vaishnavi Sahu, suffered a brutal attack by stray dogs while returning from college. The dogs knocked her down and severely mauled her face, requiring 17 stitches. Locals intervened, chasing the dogs away. Vaishnavi is currently hospitalized and unable to eat due to the severity of her injuries.

Karnataka Cong MLA arrested after ED recovers massive hoard of cash; gold worth crores seized

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprehended Karnataka Congress MLA KC Veerendra in Gangtok for allegedly leasing land for a casino. This arrest followed raids on 30 of his properties, uncovering Rs 12 crore in cash, including foreign currency, gold jewellery valued at Rs 6 crore, and 10 kgs of silver. The ED also froze 17 bank accounts and seized property documents.

Cong MLA KC Veerendra arrested with massive hoard of cash; gold worth Rs 6 cr seized

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprehended Karnataka Congress MLA KC Veerendra in Gangtok for allegedly leasing land for a casino. This arrest followed raids on 30 of his properties, uncovering Rs 12 crore in cash, including foreign currency, gold jewellery valued at Rs 6 crore, and 10 kgs of silver. The ED also froze 17 bank accounts and seized property documents.

US envoy to India: Why did Musk call Trump pick Sergio Gor ‘a snake’ once?

Sergio Gor, a close aide to Donald Trump, has been nominated as the US Ambassador to India, sparking controversy due to past clashes with Elon Musk. Musk previously labeled Gor a "snake" and accused him of legal violations related to security clearance paperwork. Trump defended Gor, emphasizing his loyalty and importance to US-India relations amidst ongoing tariff disputes.

Cong MLA KC Veerendra arrested with massive hoards of cash; gold worth Rs 6 cr seized

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) apprehended Karnataka Congress MLA KC Veerendra in Gangtok for allegedly leasing land for a casino. This arrest followed raids on 30 of his properties, uncovering Rs 12 crore in cash, including foreign currency, gold jewellery valued at Rs 6 crore, and 10 kgs of silver. The ED also froze 17 bank accounts and seized property documents.

Odisha school shocker: Class 2 girl trapped, stuck in grill; headmaster suspended

A seven-year-old girl, Jyotsna Dehuri, was accidentally locked inside her classroom at Anjar Upper Primary School in Keonjhar district after falling asleep. She was found the next morning with her head stuck in a window grill. Following the incident, which sparked local tension, Headmaster Goura Charan Mohanta was suspended for alleged negligence after an inquiry by education officials.

10 killed, 3 injured after auto-rickshaw collides with truck in Bihar

A tragic collision between an auto-rickshaw and a Hyva truck on the Daniyawan-Hilsa road in Patna district resulted in the death of 10 people, with three others injured. The accident, which occurred early Saturday morning, claimed the lives of nine women and the auto driver, all residents of Renri Marwa village.